What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
gamey
Example
The venison had a gamey taste that some people find unpleasant. [gamey: adjective]
Example
The chef recommended aging the beef to give it a more gamey flavor. [gamey: adjective]
gamy
Example
The pheasant had a gamy taste that reminded me of the forest. [gamy: adjective]
Example
The restaurant served a gamy stew that was full of rich flavors. [gamy: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Gamey is more commonly used than gamy in North America, but both words are less common in everyday language.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between gamey and gamy?
Both gamey and gamy are informal words and are not typically used in formal writing or speech.
